How Squanto saved the first Thanksgiving celebration
Squanto, a Catholic Native American, helped the starving Pilgrims grow food for their first Thanksgiving. Many are familiar with the famous story of the first Thanksgiving. It centers on the …
Catholic Letters
Christmas is coming! The Nativity Fast begins today
The ancient Nativity Fast, observed by many Eastern Christians, begins on November 15. Typically when many people think of celebrating the Christmas season they imagine enjoying delicious, delectable Christmas cookies …
What happened when we taught our teenagers to dance
Introducing students to dance helped them gain self-confidence and taught them how to interact socially, along with a number of other benefits. This essay is about how wonderful dancing is, …
Knowing the lives of the saints will transform your life
By knowing the lives of the saints and not simply their words, theological concepts can become a reality and create new virtues in us. The first time I heard the …
What is the Apostolic Pardon and why is it important?
Reserved for those on their deathbed, the Apostolic Pardon is a true gift of grace for the dying. As a person draws closer to the doors of death, there is …
Did you know R.I.P. is a Latin prayer?
The abbreviation frequently found on gravestones has an ancient history tied to Catholic funeral ceremonies.Found on gravestones throughout the world, R.I.P. is an abbreviation that has a rich history. The …
Was St. Jude the one getting married in Cana?
And how did he become the patron of impossible causes anyway? We know that Jesus went to a wedding feast at Cana and turned water to wine. We know that …
The symbolism of a Eucharistic holy hour on Thursdays
Pope Francis recommends making a Eucharistic holy hour every Thursday, a practice that has a great amount of biblical symbolism. Among the many devotions that Pope Francis recommends in his …
Exorcist Priests’ Warning as Halloween Approaches
The International Association of Exorcist Priests (IAE) warned in early October against the deviations observed around Halloween: “Today, the celebration of Halloween seems closely linked to dark and obscure realities …
5 Essential saints for gardeners now fall is here
For all you green-thumbed and not-so-green-thumbed gardeners, here are some saints to ensure you and your garden continue to thrive. As the growing season winds down and the cooler days …